On every successful expedition, each member of the team
fills a variety of leadership roles in order to achieve
their ultimate goal. There are four types of leadership
at NOLS, and all are equally important. What it means:

Designated
Leadership

Photo: Matt Deines

What it means…

taking responsibility for the group and
guiding the group toward its goals

determining
how the group will achieve these goals

Active
Followership

Photo: Tony Jewell

What it means…

supporting and following the designated
leader

participating in group decision making
by giving input and seeking clarity

Peer
Leadership

Photo: Tom Bol

What it means…

the team works together and supports
each other in achieving group goals